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John F. Di Capua, MD: NAPA Offers a Comprehensive Response to America’s Anesthesia Provider Shortage
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John F. Di Capua, MD: NAPA Offers a Comprehensive Response to America’s Anesthesia Provider Shortage
By Robin Overbay The Association of American Medical Colleges predicts the U.S. will face a shortage of upwards of 120,000 physicians within the next decade — and the anesthesiology profession is already experiencing significant staffing shortages. NAPA believes the solution to bridging this gap is strong leadership and team cultures that support recruitment and strengthen …
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Damage to the Ureter as a Complication of Hysterectomy
When litigation arises, a well-documented informed consent and operative report support an effective defense. Hysterectomy is a frequently performed gynecologic operation. The ureter is at risk of injury during hysterectomy because of its proximity to the pelvic organs, as well as its anatomic path relative to the external iliac arteries, the pelvic brim, the uterine …
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What Happens When There Are No Beneficiaries
By Dave Rao Some accounts have no designated beneficiary. Rarely, the same thing occurs with insurance policies. This is usually an oversight. In exceptional circumstances, it is a choice. What happens to these accounts and policies when the original owner dies? The investment or insurance firm gets the first chance to determine what happens. On …
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People in the News
Shabnam Jaffer, MD, has been named chair of pathology and laboratory medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital. In this role, she will develop and implement a strategic plan for the growth and enhancement of the department. Dr. Jaffer will spearhead deployment and utilization of laboratory testing, resources and procedures that adhere to Northwell Health Laboratory Services’ …
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Local News
Hunter College of the City University of New York announced the establishment of the Evelyn Lauder Community Care Nurse Practitioner Program at Hunter College, created by a new $52 million gift from Leonard A. Lauder in honor of his late wife Evelyn Lauder, a proud Hunter College High School and Hunter College alumna, who graduated …